DIGITAL- Satellite-Receiver

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1 Operating Manual DIGITAL- Satellite-Receiver Features integrated decoding system plus PCMCIA interface to accommodate a CI module. For reception of free-to-air and encrypted (e.g. VIACCESS, IRDETO, SECA etc. ) satellite programmes. DiSEqC 1.2

2 1 Index 1 Contents , 5, 6 2 Illustrations Introduction Please read this first Safety precautions! Connections Mains power connection External unit Connection to a television set Video cassette recorder (VCR) HiFi amplifier Serial interface (RS 232) Initial installation (AutoInstall) Settings User language Basic settings Parental control /3 Time difference (time)/country OSD setting Audio/video settings Picture format Language - audio signal Sub-titles SCART mode TV Video system* Dolby-Digital (AC 3)* UHF output channel* Antenna configuration Switching DiSEqC on/off Setting switching matrix LNB properties Rotating dish antenna (DiSEqC 1.2) Operation Switching on/off Programme selection Reception of encrypted programmes Special functions* Multifeed options* Time management* Smartcard PIN code* Changing the Smartcard PIN code* * Only with devices with this equipment 2

3 7.4 Volume control Selecting another language Dolby Digital (AC3 mode) TV/radio switching Return to last programme selected Display time and programme info Additional programme information Transponder information Fixed image Teletext Sub-titles Electronic Programme Guide (SFI) Reading/downloading SFI data Interrupting download procedure Calling up electronic programme guide Table with current contents Table with following contents Preview SFI function SFI information Pre-selecting a programme Recording a programme SFI programme overview SFI genres Exiting from SFI Timer Programming the timer Changing timer programming Deleting timer programming Changing the basic programming Configuring the Favourites list Calling up the Navigator Adding programmes to Favourites list Deleting programmes Deleting from Favourites list Deleting from Complete list Sorting programmes Programming electr. programme guide Blocking programmes (parental control) Changing Receiver PIN Searching for programmes Automatic search/scan Searching on a satellite Searching on a transponder

4 8.3.4 Manual search After the search Service settings Activating default (factory) settings Deleting all programmes SFI channel Software update Copying settings System configuration Condtional Access* Operating a rotating antenna East and West limits Geo-positioning Setting satellite position Selecting satellite position Adjusting the satellite antenne Storing the satellite position Current satellite liste Deleting satellite position Turning to reference position Technical Terms Technical Data Trouble-shooting guide * Only with devices with this equipment Your appliance carries the CE logo and complies with all relevant EU standards. Subject to change without notice, not responsible for printing errors. Correct as at 03/03 6

5 2 Illustrations Remote control EXTERNAL Sound on/off Language On/Standby TV/Radio mode Numeric keys Info arrow key up Volume - arrow key left SFI Programme - arrow key down Menu on/off Programme + OK Programme list on/off Volume + arrow key right Back Multi-function keys Option Teletext Help Stop 3

6 On/Standby LED display* Programme select up/down Card reader for Smartcard:* > Insert the Smartcard (gold chip face down, and in the direction of insertion) carefully into the card reader, as far as it will go. LNC input Input terrestrial antenna* SCART socket TV Digital audio outputs * LNC output RF output* SCART socket VCR RS 232 interface Mains socket Analogue audio outputs * Only for receivers equipped with this feature Inserting the CI module:* > Please follow the instructions of the CI module and card manufacturer. > Insert the smart card selected in the appropriate CI module. > Now insert the CI module carefully in the slot provided. 4

7 Dear customer, congratulations on your decision to select this digital receiver. This operating manual will help you to fully utilise the comprehensive functions of your new digital receiver. We have made the operating instructions as easy to understand and as brief as possible. This is a digital receiver of the new generation. We wish you many years of enjoyment with your digital receiver! Your Service Team 7

8 3 Please read this first > Before you set up your unit for operation, please first check that the package contains all the components that should be there. The following are supplied as standard: 1 digital receiver, 1 mains power cable, 1 remote control unit, 1 operating manual, 1 guarantee card, 2 batteries (1,5V AAA size). > Insert the batteries provided in the battery compartment of the remote control unit. Note the correct polarity when inserting the batteries. > Before connecting the digital receiver, please first read the safety notes in Chapter 3. > Chapters 4, 5 and 6 describe connection of the receiver, and adjusting it to the external installation (dish antenna, LNC, etc.), to the television set, VCR, etc. These settings need only be made once during initial installation, and need only be adjusted or changed when there are any changes in your equipment, i.e. if a different external unit is connected, or additional appliances are connected. > Chapter 7 describes all the functions necessary for day-to-day operation, such as programme selection or volume adjustment. > Chapter 8 contains information on how to add new programmes, and how to change the programme order. > Chapter 9 describes the settings necessary for the operation of a rotating antenna unit. > Technical terms used in the operating manual are explained in Chapter 10. > Technical data may be found in Chapter 11. > Assistance in finding and eliminating problems can be found in the trouble-shooting guide in Chapter 12. Important notes on operation The use of a so-called "On Screen Display" simplifies the operation of the digital receiver, and reduces the number of keys required on the remote control unit. All functions are displayed on the screen, and can be controlled by a few keystrokes. Related functions are grouped together in a "MENU". The selected function is highlighted in a different colour. The lower line of the display shows coloured bars representing the red, green, yellow and blue function keys. These coloured bars represent different functions in the various menues, which can be executed by pressing the appropriate colourcoded key ( multi-function key ) on the remote control unit. The function keys are only active when a brief description is displayed in the appropriate field. 8

9 The descriptions of keys and terms that appear in the OSD menu are printed in bold type in this operating manual. Help function: Where available in the menu, pressing the blue function key will cause a help text to be displayed, pressing again will return to normal operation. Note on disposal The packaging of your unit consists entirely of recyclable material. Please sort the components appropriately, and dispose of them via the Dual System, or your equivalent recycling system. Please note that spent batteries from the remote control unit, as well as electronic components in general, should not be disposed of in your domestic refuse. For appropriate disposal, consult your specialist retailer, or consult your local authority). Safety notes For your own protection you should read the notes on safety precautions carefully before commencing operation of your new unit. The manufacturer bears no responsibility for damage caused by non-observance of the safety precautions, or by inappropriate handling. > To ensure adequate circulation of air, place the unit on a smooth horizontal surface and do not place any objects on top of the unit. The top cover contains air slits which permit heat to escape from the interior of the unit. > Do not place any burning items, such as burning candles, on top of the unit. > Do not place any containers filled with liquid, such as vases, on top of the unit, and ensure the unit remains dry, i.e. it must not be subjected to water spray or droplets. > The unit may only be operated in a temperate climate. > Do not open the cover of your unit! You are in danger of receiving an electric shock. If it becomes necessary to open the unit, this should only be done by trained personnel. In the following cases you should disconnect the unit from the mains power and consult a specialist repair service: > the mains cable or the mains plug are damaged > the unit has been exposed to humidity, or liquid has entered the casing > in case of severe malfunction > in case of significant external damage When not in use The unit should be disconnected from the mains power supply if it will not be operated for an extended period (e.g. when you are away on holiday), or during an electric storm. 9

10 Connecting the DVB receiver to a satellite installation a. Mains connection b. Connection of the LNC with the LNC input (LNC IN) of the DVB receiver. c. Connection of the LNC output with the LNC input of an analogue receiver. d. Scart connection of the DVB receiver with the television set. e.* Connection of the RF output with the antenna input of the TV set. f.* Connection of a terrestrial antenna with the Terrestrial antenna input of the DVB receiver. g. Scart connection of the video recorder with the VCR Scart socket of the DVB receiver. f e b d * * a c g Analogue Receiver * Only for receivers equipped with this feature VCR 10

11 4 Connections The references a b c etc. mentioned below refer to the illustration on page Mains power connection The digital receiver should only be connected to the mains power supply after it has been completely connected with all other components in the system. This serves to avoid the digital receiver or other components being damaged or destroyed. a When you have completed making all the connections, use the mains cable supplied to connect the receiver to a mains power outlet V/50-60 Hz. 4.2 External unit Single operation b Use a suitable coaxial cable to connect the LNC input of the digital receiver to the LNC of your external unit. Please also note Point 6 Settings Operation with an additional receiver in a single-receiver installation c If you wish to operate an additional unit in a singlereceiver installation (e.g. an analogue receiver or an ADR receiver), you can connect the LNC input of the additional receiver with the LNC output of the DVB receiver by means of a suitable coaxial cable. In order for the additional receiver to receive the satellite signal, your DVB receiver must remain in Standby mode at all times. When the DVB receiver is switched on, this will take over the priority control over the LNC. 4.3 Connection to a television set When you have completed connecting your digital receiver to the television set as described in this chapter, it may be necessary to adjust the digital receiver to the television broadcast standard of your TV set before proceeding with further settings. See also Point (Video system) On SCART cables In order to enjoy the optimum picture quality you should connect the digital receiver to your television set by means of a SCART cable. 11

12 Proceed as follows: d Connect the receiver (SCART socket TV) and the television set (SCART socket) by means of a SCART cable. If your television set is appropriately equipped, this will be switched automatically to AV, and thus to satellite reception, when the digital receiver is switched on On RF cables* If your television set is not equipped with a SCART socket, the digital receiver must be connected to the antenna input of the television set. In this case, sound can only be reproduced in mono mode. Proceed as follows: e Use a suitable TV connection cable to connect the receiver (RF output) to the antenna input of the television set. f The cable coming from the terrestrial antenna must be connected to the Terrestrial antenna input of the digital receiver. You must now set the television set to the output channel of the digital receiver. Select a free programme slot on the television set, and tune it to Channel 38 (if necessary, refer to the operating manual of the television set). If you cannot obtain a clear picture on Channel 38, this channel or a neighbouring channel may already be tuned to a channel being received via the antenna. You can confirm this by briefly removing the antenna cable from the Terrestral antenna input socket of the digital receiver. If you then temporarily receive a better picture, you should select a different channel in the range of 21 to 69 for the digital receiver. Setting the UHF output channel To set an optimum UHF output channel, call up the menu Audio/Video Settings, as described in 6.3., and select the field UHF output channel. Then proceed as desribed under Video cassette recorder (VCR) g Connect the video recorder to the SCART socket VCR. When set to Play, the video recorder will deliver a switching signal to the digital receiver. The video recorder signal will thus be provided automatically to the TV set. If your video recorder does not provide a switching signal, press the key EXTERN to set your digital receiver to the external AV input. Press this key again to return to normal operation. * Only for receivers equipped with this feature 12

13 4.5 Hi-fi amplifier Analogue To enjoy the best possible sound quality, you can connect the digital receiver to a hi-fi amplifier. Use a suitable cable to connect the cinch sockets Audio R and Audio L of the digital receiver to an input of the hi-fi amplifier (e.g. CD or AUX; please note that the Phono input is not suitable!) Digital If your amplifier is equipped with an appropriate electrical or optical input socket, connect the socket AUDIO OUT DIGITAL electrical resp. AUDIO OUT DIGITAL optical* with the electrical resp. optical input of your amplifier. Sampling rates of 32, 44.1 and 48 KHz are provided, depending on the broadcasting station. In addition, this connection will reproduce the Dolby Digital signal (AC3), where available. 4.6 Serial interface (RS 232) The RS 232 interface is used to update the operating system, and to facilitate pre-programming by means of a personal computer. 5 Getting started: initial installation When you have read the safety notes, and have connected the unit as described in Chapter 4, you can proceed to switch on the receiver as described in Chapter 7. When switching on the unit for the first time, the Start window with the AutoInstall installation assistant (Fig. 5-1) will be displayed. The installation assistant will guide you through the most important settings of the digital receiver quickly and in an easy-to-follow manner. The keys on the remote control required to make the appropriate step in the installation are marked. You can break off the initial installation procedure at any time by pressing the red function key. Pressing the green function key takes you back to the previous step of the installation procedure. This allows you to correct any entries made in error. If the initial installation is not carried out at all, or is interrupted, your unit will start operation with its standard pre-programmed settings. (Fig. 5-1) 13 * Only for receivers equipped with this feature

14 The initial installation procedure described hereinserves only as an example. The exact initial installation procedure will depend on the settings you wish to make. Please follow closely any instructions that appear on the screen. (Fig. 5-2) (Fig. 5-3) (Fig. 5-4) (Fig. 5-5) (Fig. 5-6) Menu/OSD language: > Press OK to display the selection window for the Menu/OSD language. (Fig. 5-2) > Use the arrow keys up/down to select the preferred OSD language. Audio language > Use the arrow keys up/down to select the preferred audio channel language. (Fig. 5-3) When the installation assistant has been completed, your language selection here will be used to sort the programmes in your Favourites list. Country/Time Zone > Use the arrow keys up/down to select the time zone of the country in which you are located. (Fig. 5-4) The time on the receiver clock will be set automatically based on your selection. > Press OK to confirm, and to proceed to the antenna configuration. Antenna configuration In this step of the installation procedure you can adjust the setting of your digital receiver to the configuration of your antenna. > If you wish to accept the standard antenna setting, use the arrow keys up/down to mark the field Standard and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-5) In this case, proceed to the next item, Software Update. > If the configuration of your receiving installation does not correspond with the standard setting, mark the field Manual and confirm by pressing OK. DiSEqC > If you are utilising DiSEqC components as part of your reception installation, click on to the field Activate and confirm by pressing OK (Fig. 5-6). (Additional information on DiSEqC may be found in Chapter 10: Technical Terms.) 14

15 Position A/Option A > Use the Up/down arrow keys to select the satellite you wish to receive at the DiSEqC setting Position A/Option A, and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-7) Position B/Option A > Use the Up/down arrow keys to select the satellite you wish to receive at the DiSEqC setting Position B/Option A, and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-8) (Fig. 5-7) Position A/Option B > Use the Up/down arrow keys to select the satellite you wish to receive at the DiSEqC setting Position A/Option B, and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-9) Position B/Option B > Use the Up/down arrow keys to select the satellite you wish to receive at the DiSEqC setting Position B/Option B, and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-10) With the next step you can check again on the configuration of your antenna. > If you wish to confirm this setting, use the arrow keys up/down to select the field yes, and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-11) Updating the software (Pre-condition: Astra 19,2 reception) When you have completed the settings for the antenna configuration, the digital receiver will check on whether there is an updated version of the software for your unit available via satellite. If a new version of the software is available, you can process a software update automatically. Use the arrow keys right /left to select the field Update, then confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-12). The new software for your unit will now be downloaded. This procedure can take several minutes. Searching/scanning for channels/stations When the software version has been checked, and updated if necessary, you can proceed to the programme search. > Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the field All Programmes, if you want to search for both free-toair and encrypted programmes, or All unencrypted Programmes, if you want to search only for free-toair programmes. (Fig. 5-13) > Press the OK key now to confirm, and an automatic programme scan will be carried out. All the satellites selected in the antenna configuration step will be scanned for programmes. This procedure may take several minutes. Please note any messages displayed (Fig. 5-8) (Fig. 5-9) (Fig. 5-10) (Fig. 5-11) 15

16 (Fig. 5-12) (Fig. 5-13) on the screen. After the Search When the programme search has been completed, the number of transponders, programmes and new programmes found will be displayed. In addition, you will be asked (Fig. 5-14), whether you want to accept the programmes found automatically in the TV or Radio list. If you wish to accept the programmes automatically, you can then decided whether they should be transferred to the Favourites list in sorted or unsorted form. In the case of a sorted acceptance of programmes found, these will be sorted into the Favourites according to a preprogrammed list. The order in which programmes are listed will depend on the audio channel language selected in the installation step Audio language. If German was selected as the audio language, the sorting order can additionally be differentiated according to the appropriate country (Germany, Austria or Switzerland) selected during the installation step Country. If the programmes are accepted in unsorted form, the newly found programmes are simply added in unsorted order at the end of the Favourites list. > Use the arrow keys right/left to select the preferred type of sorting, and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-14) Exiting the installation assistant > Confirm the final message of the installation assistant (Fig. 5-15) by pressing OK,to return to normal operation. (Fig. 5-15) 16

17 6 Settings Now that you have completed connecting your new digital receiver, and have commenced operation, you can, if you wish, further optimize the settings of the digital receiver for your personal preferences. 6.1 Menu language Under this menu item you have the option of setting the menu language according to your personal preference. To alter the OSD language proceed as follows: > Press the Menu key to call up the Main Menu. (Fig. 6-1) > Now use the arrow keys up/down to select the menu item Menu language. The sub-menu Menu language will be displayed. > Use the arrow keys up/down to select the desired language. > Confirm by pressing OK, this will store the selection in memory. > Press Back to return to the Main Menu. 6.2 Basic settings To optimize the performance of your DVB receiver, you must still set this to your personal preferences. > Press the Menu key to call up the Main Menu. > Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the item Settings. The sub-menu Settings will be displayed. (Fig. 6-2) > Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the item Basic Settings. The menu Basic Settings will be displayed. (Fig.. 6-3) > Use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker within the menu, and to change the individual positions as indicated. When selecting a menu item, please also note any messages displayed on the screen. The following settings may be made: (Fig. 6-1) (Fig. 6-2) Parental control function Your receiver is equipped with a parental control (child-proof lock) function. This can be used to protect important functions (e.g. calling up the main menu) from unauthorized access. In addition programmes to which you have blocked access as described in Points and 8.2 can only be selected after entering a four-digit PIN code (Unit PIN). (Fig. 6-3) 17

18 > In this line you can use the arrow keys right/left to set the parental control mode to Always or Auto. Always When the setting Always is selected, the Main Menu as well as the programmes selected in terms of Points and 8.2 are permanently blocked, regardless of the programme being broadcast. Auto When the setting Auto is selected, access to the Main Menu is not blocked. The programme lock block is only activated when one of the selected channels carries a programme with an age restriction. When using a Smartcard please note Point ! Time difference to GMT (hours) Your receiver is equipped with a clock. This is synchronised to Greenwich Mean Time via satellite signals. If you have selected the option None under the heading Country (Point 6.2.3), you will simply need to correct the time to correspond to your local time by using the arrow keys right/left. For Germany, this difference is +1 hour, and +2 hours for Daylight Savings Time Country This function provides for automatic adjustment for summer and winter time. Using the arrow keys right/left, enter your home country in the line Country. > Press the Back key to return to the menu Settings, or press the Menu key to return to normal operation. The settings are automatically stored in memory OSD Setting (schematic) In this line, use the arrow keys right/left to select one of the colour presentation options for the OSD: 3D Sand, 3D Blue or 3D Grey. 6.3 Audio/Video settings (Fig. 6-4) In order to optimize the performance of your digital receiver in conjunction with your television set, you may wish to make further settings in the menu Audio /Video Settings. > Press the Menu key to call up the Main Menu. > Use the arrow keys up/down to select the line Settings. The sub-menu Settings will be displayed. (Fig. 6-4) > Now use the arrow keys up/down to select the line Audio/Video Settings. 18

19 The menu Audio/Video Settings will be displayed. (Fig. 6-5) > You can use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker around within the menu, and change the individual settings as indicated. When selecting a menu item please also note any messages displayed on screen. The following settings can be adjusted: Picture format TV set Use the arrow keys left/right to select the appropriate picture format for your TV set, 4:3 or 16:9. This function provides for automatic adjustment of the picture format broadcast to your television set Language (Audio signal) Use the arrow keys right/left to select your preferred language. If the language is available from the provider, this language will be automatically selected Language (Sub-titles) Sub-titles can be displayed on your screen using this DVB receiver. If the function Sub-titles is switched on, and the language selected is being broadcast, these will be automatically displayed. If the function is not switched on, sub-titles can also be displayed manually. Sub-titles are indicated by the symbol shown in the information box. Please also note Point 7.13 of this operating manual TV SCART mode Use the arrow keys right/left to select the appropriate setting for your TV set,cvbs or RGB. The standard setting is CVBS Video system* Use the arrow keys right/left to select the appropriate broadcast standard for your television set. The options available are PAL BG, PAL I, PAL DK, SECAM BG and SECAM DK Dolby Digital (AC3) A number of movies are transmitted in the Dolby Digital format. This is indicated after a programme has been selected by the Dolby logo in the information box. If you have connected a Dolby Digital 5.1 channel amplifier to the system, you can enjoy movies in 5.1 channel Dolby Digital sound where available. 19 (Fig. 6-5) * Only for receivers equipped with this feature

20 (Fig. 6-6) * Only for receivers equipped with this feature To enjoy this feature, you must simply connect the Audio Out Digital output (see Point 4.5.2) of your DVB receivers with the digital input of your Dolby Digital 5.1 channel amplifier. Where a programme is broadcast in Dolby Digital sound, this will be indicated by the Dolby logo being displayed in the information window when the programme is selected. If the function Dolby Digital (AC3) is switched on, these programmes will automatically be reproduced in Dolby Digital format. If the function is not enabled, Dolby Digital sound can also be switched on manually. Please refer to Point of this operating manual UHF output channel* To set a suitable UHF output channel, proceed as follows: > Select a free UHF channel in the range of 21 to 69 on your television set. > Then, using the arrow keys right/left set the new output channel of your digital receiver. The digital receiver will now transmit on the UHF channel indicated on the display. If you are not able to obtain interference-free reception on this channel, repeat the procedure until you gave found a suitable channel. > When you have found an optimum UHF channel, remember to store this in the memory of your television set. > If your television set is equipped only with an automatic programme scan, you will first have to set a random UHF channel on your digital receiver, and then start the automatic scan function of your television set. If necessary, repeat this procedure until you have found a suitable channel, then store this in the memory of your television set. > Finally, it may be necessary to perform some fine tuning of the channel on your television set. 6.4 Antenna configuration Once you have completed setting the digital receiver to your individual preferences, you can proceed, if necessary, to adjust the digital receiver settings to your antenna. The menu Antenna Configuration contains the satellites that have been selected in the installation assistant. If the installation assistant was interrupted, the satellite positions ASTRA and EUTELSAT are pre-programmed. Should you wish to receive other satellites, or if you are using a different type of LNC, you can adjust your digital receiver to the appropriate data as follows: > Press the Menu key to call up the Main Menu. (Fig. 6-6) > Use the arrow keys up/down to select the item Settings. 20

21 The menu Settings will be displayed. (Fig. 6-7) > Now use the arrow keys up/down to select the line Antenna Configuration. The menu Antenna Configuration will be displayed. (Fig. 6-8) The following settings may be made in this sub-menu: Switching DiSEqC on or off DiSEqC (Digital Satellite Equipment Control) is a digital switching signal used to control DiSEqC-compatible components via the antenna cable. If your external installation incorporates DiSEqC components, you must switch on (enable) the DiSEqC control: > In this line, use the OK key to select DiSEqC on or off. As only one LNC can be addressed if the DiSEqC control is switched off, the menu is restricted to the configuration of a single LNC Setting the switching matrix The menu lists the four switching criteria of the DiSEqC control. Your receiver is pre-programmed so that ASTRA will be received on the position A/A and Eutelsat on the position B/A of a multiswitch. If the switching matrix of your receiving installation is set up differently, or if you are receiving other satellites, proceed as follows to adjust your digital receiver to the requirements of your receiving installation. > Use the arrow keys to select a DiSEqC switch position (1-4) you wish to allocate to a particular satellite (e.g. A/B 3 No Satellite), by simply marking this line. A selection table listing various satellites will be displayed. > Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the appropriate satellite. The arrow keys up/down will move the marker up or down one line at a time, the arrow keys right/left will move forward or backward one page at a time. If the satellite you seek is not included in the list, please select one of the reserve slots, designated User 1 to User 14. The satellite selected will now be added to the menu Antenna Configuration at the position previously marked. (Fig. 6-7) (Fig. 6-8) Example: A B Position Ausgang A B Option Ausgang A B Position Ausgang 21

22 Continue to work through the menu Antenna Settings, until the entries in this menu comply with those of your receiving installation. In the case of switching criteria which you do not require, set the entry to No Satellite. (Fig. 6-9) Additional Settings/LNC properties Now you have adapted the switching matrix of your digital receiver to the configuration of your receiving installation, you should continue to check the other settings for your receiving installation, and to correct settings where necessary. > Use the arrow keys right/left to move the marker to the column Configuration. > Now use the arrow keys up/down,to move to the line in which you wish to check or alter the settings, and click on the field Continue. A sub-menu will be displayed in which you can adjust LNC settings and configure a test transponder. (Fig. 6-9) The following settings may be made: LNC Type > In this line use the arrow keys right/left to enter the type of LNC you are using. The options available are Single LNC, Quatro LNC, DisiCon 1 LNC, DisiCon 2 LNC, DisiCon 4 LNC, C-Band LNC and a User LNC for manual entry of LNC data. > Press OK to accept the setting. Test Transponder The following points of this menu should only be entered if you wish to check on a specific satellite signal. Transponder frequency In this line, use the numeric keys to enter a frequency on which digital programmes are broadcast. Polarisation Use the arrow keys up/down to enter the appropriate polarisation plane (horizontal or vertical). Symbol rate The symbol rate indicate the volume of data transmitted per second. This could, for example, be (27500 symbols per second). Use the numeric keys to enter the appropriate symbol rate. User LNC If under the heading DiSEqC type you have entered User LNC, additional settings can be made: 22

23 LOF low band LOF (Local oscillator frequency) is the frequency an LNC utlizes to convert the frequency received into the so-called 1. intermediate frequency, which can, in turn, be received and interpreted by the digital receiver. So-called Universal LNCs are equipped with 2 LOFs, to cover the entire receiving range from 10.7 to 11,8 GHz (low-band) and from 11,7 to 12,75 GHz (high-band). > In this line, use the numeric keys to enter the LOF of the low band of your LNC. LOF high band > In this line, use the numeric keys to enter the LOF of the high band of your LNC. Transition LOF low/high > In this line, use the numeric keys to enter the frequency at which your LNC changes from low band to high band. > Press OK to accept the setting. Signal/Quality If you have entered the parameters of the test transponder correctly, these lines will indicate the signal strength and quality Rotating antenna If you are operating the digital receiver in conjunction with a rotating antenna equipped with a DiSEqC motor (Level 1.2), switch the DiSEqC Control (Point 6.4.1) on and please note Point 9 of this operating manual. 7 Operation 7.1 Switching on and off > You can switch on the digital receiver by pressing the On/Standby key either on the receiver front panel, or on the remote control. > Press the same key again, either on the receiver front panel or on the remote control, to switch the receiver off again. > The receiver is now in standby mode,and the display* on the receiver will show the time. If the current time is not shown, this must still be downloaded to the unit. To do this, switch the receiver on, and set it to a major channel, such as ZDF in Germany, that broadcasts a time signal, for about 30 seconds to download the time automatically. 23 * Only for receivers equipped with this feature

24 7.2 Programme selection (Fig. 7-1) Using the Programme up/down keys > You can move through the list one slot at a time, up or down, by using the Programme keys up/down either on the receiver or on the remote control Using the numeric keys > Use the numeric keys to enter the programme number you wish to view. For example: 1 for programme slot 1 1, then 4 for programme slot 14 2, then 3, then 4 for programme slot 234 When entering multi-digit programme numbers you have approx. 3 seconds after pressing the key to complete your entry. If you wish to enter a number consisting of only one or two digits, you can speed up the selection process by holding down the key of the last digit a little longer Using the programme list > Press OK. The programme list will now be displayed. In TV mode only the TV programmes will be displayed, and in radio mode only the radio programmes will be displayed. The programme currently selected is marked/highlighted. (Fig. 7-1) > Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the desired programme. > Press the yellow function key Preview to view a preview of the programme highlighted. > Press OK to view the highlighted programme. > Use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker around the list one line at a time. > Use the arrow keys right/left to move the marker around the list, backward or forward, one page at a time Selecting a list To facilitate finding programmes your receiver is equipped with several programme lists. You may select your Favourites list (see Point 8.1), or display the alphabetically sorted Complete list or sort the list by Providers. > Press OK to display the active programme list. (Fig. 7-2) 24

25 > Now use the red function key to open a window showing the types of programme list available (Favourites List, Providers and Complete list). The active programme list type will be highlighted. (Fig. 7-2) > Use the arrow keys up/down to select, e.g. the programme list type Complete list. The alphabetically sorted Complete list, which includes all programmes, will be displayed. (Fig. 7-3) > Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the programme you wish to view Calling up blocked programmes If you select a programme that is blocked by the parental control function, the message Receiver PIN will be displayed on screen. (Fig. 7-4) > Use the numeric keys to enter your PIN code. You can now view the programme selected. or > Switch to a programme that is not blocked. If you have selected the option Always under Point 6.2.1, the message requiring entry of the code will appear each time you switch to a blocked programme. However, to make your life a little easier, the PIN code only needs to be entered once in each operational cycle. If you have selected the option Auto, only the programme currently running will be unblocked. The parental control will be active again for the next programme broadcast, and the PIN code will also have to be entered again. If you are using a Smartcard please note Point Information box Each time the programme is changed, an information box will be displayed briefly (Fig. 7-5) showing the programme slot and programme name. In addition, symbols will indicate other programme characteristics, such as for teletext, for a 16/9 format programme, for various audio channels (e.g. movie with soundtrack in various languages, or various radio programmes), for sub-titles and for encrypted programmes. (Fig. 7-3) (Fig. 7-4) (Fig. 7-5) 25

26 7.3 Reception of encrypted programmes* Your receiver is equipped with an integrated decoding system* as well as with a Common Interface*. This allows you to receive and view encrypted programmes. To use this feature, you must first either insert a valid Smartcard in the integrated card reader or you must insert a CI module together with a valid Smartcard in the slot provided: > Insert the valid Smartcard in the card slot of the integrated card reader*. or > Insert a CI module in the slot* provided. > Insert the Smartcard in the card slot of the CI module. Ensure that the gold chip is located on the upper side of the card, in the direction in which it is inserted. > If an encrypted programme is selected, your digital receiver automatically checks on the card reader and the slot, and will display the programme in unencrypted form provided you have a valid smart card for this programme, resp. an appropriate CI module containing a valid smart card. Manual Initialising of the CI module* > You can initialise the CI module manually in normal operation by holding down the red function key for some time Special functions* If you have a valid Smartcard, you can receive encrypted programmes. Insert the Smartcard, with the gold chip located on the lower surface, and pointing in the direction of insertion, pushing it carefully as far as it will go into the card reader located on the back panel. Certain programme slots provide specific special functions. Multi-feed channels allow you, for instance, in the case of sports broadcasts to choose from various venues (National League soccer), or you can select different sound channels (stadium vs. TV commentary), or you can choose from several camera positions available at a single event (Formula 1 racing). In addition, you can select the preferred starting time for your movie selection. * Only for receivers equipped with this feature 26

27 Multifeed options* Some programmes provide a facility for multifeed options. This function allows you, for instance, to select your own preferred camera angle in the case of coverage of sports events (Formula 1), or to switch to various sports venues (National League soccer). Where a programme provides multifeed options, this is indicated on screen (Fig. 7-6). > Press the Option key to select one of the options available. A selection window will be displayed, showing the various options available. (Fig. 7-7) > Use the arrow keys up/down to select the desired option. Your digital receiver will now select the chosen option Time management* Some channels provides the facility of time management. This means that movies are available around the clock with various starting times to suit your preference. Where a programme provides the time management facility, this will be indicated on screen (Fig. 7-8). > To select one of the possible starting times, press Option. A selection window indicating the available starting times will be displayed. (Fig. 7-9) > Use the arrow keys up/down to select the preferred starting time. If the programme has been enabled for the starting time selected, you may view it at this time. Parental Control* The entry of a PIN code allows you to view programmes with restricted access for children even during the daytime, without compromising the basic tenet of parental control. In Germany, for a programme to be accessible to children and teenagers, the programme must be coded with an age group release which is part of the television self-control programme monitored by the state youth authorities. To view a pre-blokked programme you must enter the 4-digit Smartcard PIN code. You will obtain this PIN code together with your Smartcard. (Fig. 7-6) (Fig. 7-7) (Fig. 7-8) (Fig. 7-9) 27 * Only for receivers equipped with this feature

28 (Fig. 7-10) Smartcard PIN-Code* Your digital receiver is equipped with a parental control function that allows you to block individual programmes as well as access to the main menu (see Points and 8.1.6). In addition programmes not suitable for viewing by children are pre-blocked by means of an age group code. This parental control for programmes is permanently active, and cannot be de-activated as described in Point To unblock a particular programme, you must enter the Smartcard PIN code. This PIN code is stored on the Smartcard. You will receive it when you receive the card. The Smartcard PIN code is thus not the same as the Receiver PIN code of the digital receiver (Point 8.2) and should not be confused with this. As soon as you have inserted a Smartcard in the card reader slot, only the Smartcard PIN code will be active. If you switch to a channel currently broadcasting a pre-blokked programme, or if you attempt to call up the main menu, a message will be displayed. (Fig. 7-10) > To view the programme, or to call up the main menu, use the numeric keys to enter the 4-digit Smartcard PIN code. > As soon as the correct code has been entered, you will be able to view the programme or to access the main menu. If the PIN code has been entered incorrectly, you can repeat the entry, or you can exit the menu by pressing Back Changing the Smartcard PIN code* Should it become necessary to change the Smartcard PIN code, please contact the appropriate Hotline. 7.4 Volume control You have the facility to adjust the volume of your digital receiver. This makes operating the receiver even more convenient, since you can access all important functions from a single remote control, and will rarely have to use the remote control of your television set. When the digital receiver is switched on it will reproduce sound at the volume level last set. > Adjust the volume of your digital receiver using the Volume + key to increase volume, and the Volume - key to make it softer. > Press the Sound on/off key to switch the sound off (mute), press the same key again to switch the sound back on. * Only for receivers equipped with this feature 28

29 7.5 Selecting a different language If a programme is broadcast in several languages, or with various soundtracks ( in the information box), proceed as follows to select a different language or sound channel: > Press the Language Select key. A list of languages currently broadcast will be displayed on screen (Fig. 7-11). > Use the arrow keys up/down to select the desired language. You can now listen to the programme in the desired language. Your digital receiver can also receive mono broadcasts. > Use the arrow keys right/left to choose between Mono Channel 1 ( ), Mono Channel 2 ( ) and Stereo ( ) Dolby Digital (AC3 mode) If a programme is broadcast in Dolby Digital sound, this will be indicated by the Dolby logo in the information window when you switch to the programme. If the Dolby Digital (AC3) function has been enabled as per Point 6.3, this programme will automatically be reproduced in this format. If you have not switched on the function Dolby Digital (AC3), switch your receiver to AC-3 mode manually as follows: > Press the Language Select key. If available, a list of the languages currently being broadcast as well as Dolby Digital (AC 3) will be displayed on screen. > Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line Dolby Digital. You can now enjoy the programme in full 5.1 channel Dolby Digital sound. If you would like your receiver to recognise and reproduce Dolby Digital broadcasts automatically, you should set your receiver to automatic AC3 reproduction as described in Point TV/Radio switching The pre-programming setup contains not only television programmes, but radio programmes as well. > Press the TV/Radio key to switch the digital receiver to radio mode. The receiver will now play the radio programme last selected. > Press the TV/Radio key again to return to the television programme last viewed. (Fig. 7-11) 29

30 7.7 Return to last programme selected (Fig. 7-12) (Fig. 7-13) (Fig. 7-14) > Press Back on the remote control to return to the last programme viewed previously. > Press the key again to return to the programme viewed previously. 7.8 Display time and programme information This function allows you to view programme information related to the current programme. > Press the blue function key to display the information related to the current programme (Fig. 7-12). In the bottom half of the screen you will now see displayed the current time, the name of the current channel and programme, including the starting and ending time, where these data are broadcast by the provider. > Where available, press the blue multi-function key again to display information on the next programme. 7.9 Additional Programme information Where available, the function Programme Information can be used to obtain additional programme information on the programme currently selected. > Press the yellow function key to open an additional information window (Fig. 7-13). More detailed information on the current programme will be displayed. > Lengthy text passages can be scrolled one line at a time using the arrow keys right/left. > Press the yellow function key again to display information on the next programme. > Press the yellow function key once more to exit the information window Transponder information > Press the green function key (transponder information) to display data relating to the transponder selected (Fig. 7-14). > Additionally, use the coloured function keys to obtain additional information on Audio/Video, Programmes and where appropriate, information on the Encryption system (CA) used. > Press Back to return to normal operation Fixed image > Press the Stop key to freeze the current television image as a still image. > Press the same key again to return to normal operation. 30

31 7.12 Teletext Using the teletext decoder of your television set Where broadcast by the provider, teletext will be transferred to your television set. To operate the teletext function, use the remote control of your television set. Should you experience problems with your television set, such as an overlap of teletext and picture content, you should set your digital receiver to CVBS mode (Point 6.3.4) Using the internal teletext decoder As an alternative, you can utilize the integrated TOP teletext decoder to display information. The TOP teletext system groups together all text pages in groups and blocks according to subject matter, which makes the system more manageable. > Select the programme on which you wish to view teletext information. > Press the teletext key to switch on the teletext (Fig. 7-15). > Use the numeric keys to enter the teletext page you wish to view. Your entry will be displayed in the upper left corner of the screen. When you have entered the desired teletext page, your receiver will search for this page. Since not all teletext pages can be transmitted simultaneously, it may take a few seconds for your unit to find the page and display it on your television screen. All teletext providers utilize page 100 for their index. > Use the red resp. green keys to move forward or back one page at a time. > Press the yellow function key to call up the teletext group indicated in the yellow field. > Press the blue function key to call up the teletext block indicated in the blue field. Mixed mode > Pressing the key teletext again will switch the screen display to mixed mode (simultaneous display of the teletext information as well as of the TV picture). Press this key again to exit from mixed mode. Stop mode > Press the Stop key; the message Stop will be displayed in the top left corner of the teletext window. This will prevent the automatic continuous paging of the teletext sub-pages. Press the Stop key again to exit the Stop mode. > Press Back to return to normal operation. (Fig. 7-15) 31